An important part of a comprehensive estate plan is the designation of a guardian for minor children in each parent’s Last Will and Testament. Without such a designation, a court will decide who will care for your children in case of your death or incapacity. When meeting with an attorney to create your estate plan, you will want to discuss who will take care of your child or children if you … [Read more...] about “Guardianship Provisions are Essential to an Estate Plan”
“Guardianship Provisions are Essential in an Estate Plan” (Audio)
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“You’ve Signed Your Estate Planning Documents, Now What?”
You met with an estate planning attorney to establish a comprehensive estate plan that will protect your assets and continue to provide for your family when you cannot. Today you signed your Revocable Living Trust, Pour-Over Will, Property Power of Attorney, Health Care Power of Attorney, Living Will and Medical Directive. You feel pretty good about yourself and pleased that you have taken the … [Read more...] about “You’ve Signed Your Estate Planning Documents, Now What?”
I’ve Signed My Estate Planning Documents – Now What? (Audio)
" I've Signed My Estate Planning Documents - Now What?" by Attorney Jon G. Gasior … [Read more...] about I’ve Signed My Estate Planning Documents – Now What? (Audio)
4 Important Reasons Why You Need an Estate Plan
Some believe they have not accumulated enough wealth or assets to warrant an estate plan at the present moment. In light of the fact that many young people are saddled with debt, either from credit cards or student loans, it may seem unnecessary to formulate a plan that transfers wealth if your liabilities exceed your assets. However, a simple will is important for young couples who have children … [Read more...] about 4 Important Reasons Why You Need an Estate Plan
4 Important Reasons Why You Need an Estate Plan? (Audio)
"Four Important Reasons Why You Need an Estate Plan" by Attorney Brooke Shemer … [Read more...] about 4 Important Reasons Why You Need an Estate Plan? (Audio)
Listen to “Your Estate Matters” tomorrow morning (Tuesday) @ 8:50 a.m. on WNAV Radio
Make sure to tune in to WNAV Radio on 1430 AM or 99.9 FM on Tuesday mornings at 8:50 a.m. for YOUR ESTATE MATTERS! The attorneys of Sinclair Prosser Gasior relate cutting edge estate planning information to keep you up to date. The topic tomorrow is "Do I Need an Estate Plan?" by Attorney Brooke Shemer. … [Read more...] about Listen to “Your Estate Matters” tomorrow morning (Tuesday) @ 8:50 a.m. on WNAV Radio
Some Unintended Results of Do-It-Yourself Estate Plans
With the rise of companies such as Legal Zoom, TotalLegal, Law Depot and Do Your Own Will.com, more and more consumers are attempting to create their own estate plans without the assistance of a lawyer. While it is possible to create a Will or other legal documents with the assistance of any of these companies or others, doing so can often lead to unintended results. An example of the … [Read more...] about Some Unintended Results of Do-It-Yourself Estate Plans
The Dangers of Do-It-Yourself Estate Planning
Why do people try “do it yourself” estate planning, knowing in the back of their mind that it may not work? Well people see the upfront cost of doing their planning that way as very attractive to them. However, they often do not think about the total cost to their families if their “DIY” planning does not work. Often times when I meet clients for the first time they show me their current wills … [Read more...] about The Dangers of Do-It-Yourself Estate Planning
Do-It-Yourself Estate Plans: Unintended Results (Audio)
"Do-It-Yourself Estate Plans: Unintended Results" by Attorney Colleen Sinclair Prosser … [Read more...] about Do-It-Yourself Estate Plans: Unintended Results (Audio)
